1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2006 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2006 Kia Amanti is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Amanti weights approximately 533 kg more than 1998 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2006 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Cougar | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
